The Gold Coast might get pigeonholed by its towering high-rises and glittering late-night digs, but let your eyes linger a little longer and you’ll discover there’s a lot more to our southern coastal neighbour. more
Ink & Spindle is one of the most endearing and best-behaved five year olds around. Peruse the cyber-shelves of the Victorian label's new website for a lovely collection of textiles and homewares. more
While longstanding Brisbane beer brand XXXX switched to a long-necked bottle when it released its Summer Bright Lager a few years back, one Australian microbrewery has taken cues from our stubbie-wearing, tinny-holding forefathers of decades past and released its latest creation in an aluminium can. more
Green thumbs with a penchant for good design can forget that terracotta or plastic pots ever existed and rejoice at the arrival of the beautifully crafted planters of Victorian ceramicist Bridget Bodenham in Brisbane. more
The great big expanse of sun-bitten earth we call Australia is home to some rather talented ladies. Volume Two of Conversations with Creative Women taps into their brilliance and shares their inspiring insights. more
Old-school lady crafts have made a serious comeback. Get in on the trend with some imaginative Hands On Brisbane workshops at Bleeding Heart. more
If we were going to take life advice from anyone, it would probably be the fine folk behind Monocle. (Just don’t tell our mothers.) more
If you’ve spied a quirky Liana Kabel piece of jewellery or a kitsch keepsake from Everingham & Watson, you’ve probably pondered over the ladies behind the brands. Satisfy your curiosity with a free Meet the Makers session at Artisan. more
Sustainably harvested timber would like to give your iPhone a big, warm hug. Endorse the union with a handmade iPhone skin from Hounded. more
Spring has sprung and that can only mean one thing: it’s officially picnic season. Cram your tote with these handy picnic aids from some of our favourite boutiques. more
Art has the ability to spur a different way of thinking, provoke a new worldview or simply make you smile. The Community Service Announcement series from Australian illustrator Jeremyville will do all of that simultaneously. more
Shopping with a conscience is taken to a new level at online boutique Perch & Pantry, where eco-friendly goods are sourced from marginalised communities around the globe. more
Within a historic shaping factory in Noosa, local creative Thomas Bexon crafts surfboards for all manner of rider – the competent, the capable and the downright clumsy. more
No matter what our age or inclination, we should always stay students of the world. Challenge your creativity and learn new skills at the Mossy Antlers terrarium workshop on September 26. more
A fortuitous collaboration between Brisbane’s Madeleine King and Nadia Buick has resulted in a new online publication, The Fashion Archives. more
Reclaimed and recycled materials are transformed into functional works of art by Backwoods Original craftsman Aaron Barton. more
Sisterly bonding has resulted in a quirky range of handmade homewares care of Brisbane label, Maker & Merchant. more
Forget horizontal and vertical gardens, suspended flora is the latest trend in horticulture. more
Just when you thought James Street was the dame who had everything, a quirky new addition has come along to show you what you’ve been missing. more
If the jangle of guitars and the tap of the drums are the sounds to get your heart started, you’ll be in good company at West End Music. more
